Enjoy the Best Fall Activities in the Hill Country in Dripping Springs, TX

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Happy fall, y'all! While the cooler temps are taking their sweet time to get here, we still firmly believe that Autumn is hands down the most amazing time of the year in the Texas Hill Country. The trees are changing colors, the scent of pumpkin spice is literally everywhere and fall themed festivals and events in Dripping Springs, TX are happening every weekend. If you're looking for things to do in Dripping Springs this fall, we've got all the events right here!

Octoberfest at Fitzhugh Brewing - SEPTEMBER 20

Oktoberfest Party at Fitzhugh Brewing
Raise a stein and celebrate the season at Fitzhugh Brewing’s 2nd annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 20th. The fun kicks off all day with festive food, German games, and live music. From 1–3 PM, the Austin Polka Band sets the stage with lively tunes while guests compete in classic German competitions for prizes.

Pair the atmosphere with a special menu featuring bratwurst plates and pretzels loaded “charcuterie” style, and don’t miss the release of Fitzhugh’s exclusive Oktoberfest beer brewed just for the occasion. Whether you’re here for the music, the games, or the food and drink, it’s a Hill Country celebration not to be missed.

ART AFTER HOURS MARKET - OCTOBER 3

The Dripping Springs Arts League is thrilled to present Art After Hours, their very first nighttime market. Hosted indoors at Dripping Springs Distilling during their lively happy hour, this special event combines local art, craft cocktails, and community in one creative family friendly evening you won’t want to miss! More info Here.

OKTOBERFEST AT BELL SPRINGS WINERY - OCTOBER 4

Join Bell Springs Winery & Brewery on Saturday, October 4, 2025 for their Oktoberfest & Wine Pick-up Party featuring live music from Across the Way (12–3 PM) and Hartley Hall (3–6 PM), German-inspired food from Chef Mike (with bratwurst and vegetarian options), family-friendly games starting at 1 PM, and a brewery tour with Brewmaster Clem. Tickets are $5 for club members and $10 for the general public, each including a bratwurst meal and, for members, a complimentary glass or pint. With wine pick-ups, German food all weekend, and prizes for the best dressed, this all-ages, dog-friendly celebration is the perfect way to kick off October in the Hill Country. Get Tickets Here.

Dripping Springs Songwriters Fest: Oct 17-19th

This is one of the most exciting weekends in Dripping Springs where you will be serenaded by phenomenal singer/songwriter showcases. The 11th annual event is an “industry-opposite” change from the typical “Austin-palooza-music-fest” that everyone is familiar with.

The festival offers people the up-close and personal chance to see, hear, and get to know some very talented performers who have a deep love of the art of songwriting. In its essence, the Dripping Springs Songwriters Festival is all about finely-crafted songs, and the talented folks who have written them.

Highlighted by a list of esteemed local and national talent, the festival features more than 30 shows a day. Audiences are treated to a wide variety of amazing songs and the people and stories behind them as groups of local, national and international songwriters perform “in-the-round”, Nashville-style.

BOO AT THE ZOO - WEEKENDS IN OCTOBER

OCTOBER 3&4, 10&11, 17&18, 24&25

Get ready for a spook-tacular time at Boo at the Zoo! Join Austin Zoo on Friday and Saturday nights in October for a family-friendly adventure with Halloween-themed activities and games throughout the zoo. More info Here.

OKTOBERFEST PARTY AT VISTA BREWING SEP. 27

Bring the crew and the whole fam for German-inspired food & brews, live music, Steinholding, Hammerschlagen, an artisan market, pretzel necklaces for kiddos and more. Lederhosen and Dirndl encouraged!! Free entry. Family and dog friendly. More info Here.